Charles Dakota Photography

Charles Dakota Photography Professional portrait, product, and event photographer. I love working with kids, families, seniors,

Kendall class of 2026….What makes a great client?I believe it comes down to one word: vulnerability. The ability to let ...
09/03/2025

Kendall class of 2026….

What makes a great client?
I believe it comes down to one word: vulnerability. The ability to let your guard down and simply be yourself is what makes photos truly authentic. Vulnerability often grows out of strong relationships—with a parent, sibling, grandparent, or a best friend. These connections shape who we are and help us feel comfortable showing our true selves.

If being vulnerable feels difficult, I recommend starting with a consultation with your photographer. Talking through your fears, expectations, and hopes builds trust and makes it much easier to relax in front of the camera. I offer consultations to every client for this very reason—it’s a chance to connect before the camera ever comes out.

And if you haven’t noticed, Kendall was the perfect example of this. She trusted the process, let her personality shine, and the results speak for themselves.

Katherine Frawley class of 2025 (Gilmour Academy). A perfect day at the Cultural Gardens and at the Art Museum. One of m...
06/09/2025

Katherine Frawley class of 2025 (Gilmour Academy). A perfect day at the Cultural Gardens and at the Art Museum. One of my favorite 1-2 combinations in Cleveland.

A few moments from the CFHS 2025 graduation….
06/08/2025

A few moments from the CFHS 2025 graduation….

I have been taking pictures of Serenity Sanchez since she was a little girl (before being a photographer was a thought i...
06/05/2025

I have been taking pictures of Serenity Sanchez since she was a little girl (before being a photographer was a thought in my mind). This was easily one of my most favorite shoots of the year. What a beautiful young lady Miss Sanchez has become. Class of 2025 NDCL.

Schools out and it’s officially summer time. This is Brix  (class of 2025) and she just graduated yesterday! Congrats to...
06/02/2025

Schools out and it’s officially summer time. This is Brix (class of 2025) and she just graduated yesterday! Congrats to the entire Chagrin Falls class of 2025!

Let’s celebrate the class of 2025 by sharing a senior each day! This is Abby Coy of Chagrin Falls. We shot at the timele...
05/30/2025

Let’s celebrate the class of 2025 by sharing a senior each day! This is Abby Coy of Chagrin Falls. We shot at the timeless Squires Castle in peak fall at golden hour. She is as picture perfect as the setting. A great day.

Fun Times on  with ,  David Moss, and .landau.
05/05/2023

Fun Times on with , David Moss, and .landau.

When you combine a photographer with a mixologist. This is a Tequila Mockingbird. Casa Amigos blanco, fresh lime juice, ...
01/24/2023

When you combine a photographer with a mixologist.

This is a Tequila Mockingbird. Casa Amigos blanco, fresh lime juice, pineapple, Chambord, fresh crushed raspberries and a dash of ginger beer. Then smoked to perfection. Violà.

I told Blaz to fix his hair a little and snapped what felt like a front page magazine worthy image. Not my typical senio...
09/23/2022

I told Blaz to fix his hair a little and snapped what felt like a front page magazine worthy image. Not my typical senior image, but certainly one that makes an impact (IMO).

Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads out there! Photo Cred:
06/19/2022

Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads out there!

Photo Cred:

Jennifer 2022.Booking headshot/lifestyle sessions now.
03/14/2022

Jennifer 2022.

Booking headshot/lifestyle sessions now.

No image is perfect, but this collection has a pitch perfect mood. Boys being boys.  Trying to contain these kiddos was ...
03/03/2022

No image is perfect, but this collection has a pitch perfect mood. Boys being boys.

Trying to contain these kiddos was near impossible. So we didn’t, and set them loose. These were taken in the fall of 2020 and I was so busy I never had the opportunity to share. Looking back, I love the energy these images have. Some of my favorite people too.

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Chagrin Falls, OH
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